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ARTG / AOTG LHTA-LHTB-LATT 3 Phase R410A Units

Freshdesk Solution Article - Technical Support Step-by-Step Phone Instructions
Safety position: This guide is for technical support coaching of licensed and competent service personnel only. Before live testing, confirm the person onsite is authorised, has PPE and suitable test equipment. For power-off tests, isolate supply and wait before touching electrical components. Do not instruct a customer or unqualified person to remove covers or perform electrical tests.

1. Document scope

AreaDetails
Indoor high static duct modelsARTG36LHTB, ARTG45LHTB, ARTG54LHTB, ARTG60LHTA plus related AR*G / AU*G / AB*G models covered in the same 3 phase service instruction.
Outdoor modelsAO*G36LATT, AO*G45LATT, AO*G54LATT, AOTG60LATT
System typeR410A 3 phase single / simultaneous operation multi type inverter system.
Core electrical focusOutdoor power and communication checks include terminal 1-2 and L1-N, L2-N, L3-N supply checks, plus serial signal check at outdoor terminal 2-3.
PurposeProvide a Freshdesk-ready call guide with linked flowcharts, component tests, expected readings and ticket evidence requirements.

2. Error code quick reference

CodeManual fault descriptionPhone support action / linked test
E:11Serial communication errorE:11 communication split flow
E:12Wired remote controller communication error3 wire remote controller check
E:21Unit number or refrigerant circuit address setting errorAddress / DIP switch check
E:22Indoor unit capacity errorIndoor capacity / connected unit check
E:24Connection unit number errorConnection unit check
E:27Primary / secondary unit setup errorPrimary / secondary setup check
E:32Indoor unit PCB model information errorPCB evidence and connector check
E:35Manual auto switch errorManual auto switch / indicator PCB
E:41Room temperature sensor errorThermistor testing
E:42Indoor heat exchanger middle temperature sensor errorThermistor testing
E:51Indoor unit fan motor errorIndoor fan motor
E:53Drain pump errorDrain / float switch
E:5UIndoor unit errorIntake and error confirmation
E:62Outdoor unit main PCB model information or communication errorOutdoor PCB evidence
E:63Inverter errorInverter / PFC checks
E:64PFC circuit errorPFC circuit flow
E:65Trip terminal L errorTrip terminal L / IPM area flow
E:71Discharge temperature sensor errorOutdoor thermistor testing
E:72Compressor temperature sensor errorOutdoor thermistor testing
E:73Outdoor unit heat exchanger liquid temperature sensor errorOutdoor thermistor testing
E:74Outdoor temperature sensor errorOutdoor thermistor testing
E:77Heat sink temperature sensor errorInverter / heat sink
E:84Current sensor errorCurrent sensor check
E:86Pressure sensor errorPressure sensor check
E:94Trip detectionTrip detection / over current flow
E:95Compressor motor control error / loss of synchronisationCompressor motor control flow
E:97Outdoor unit fan motor 1 errorOutdoor fan motor
E:98Outdoor unit fan motor 2 errorOutdoor fan motor
E:994-way valve error4-way valve
E:A1Discharge temperature errorDischarge temperature flow
E:A3Compressor temperature errorCompressor temperature / refrigerant flow
E:A5Low pressure errorLow pressure flow

3. Quick map

Symptom / error familyMost likely areaJump to
No operation / remote blank3 phase supply, indoor PCB remote supply, Y1/Y2/Y3 wiringRemote check
E:11Indoor/outdoor serial communication AC70-130 V at terminal 2-3Communication split flow
E:12 / remote commsY1/Y2/Y3 signal and indoor PCB remote supply connector CN6 / CN140 / CN143 wire remote flow
E:41/E:42/E:71/E:72/E:73/E:74/E:77Thermistor connector, resistance and PCB 5 V supplyThermistors
E:51/E:97/E:98Fan rotation, obstruction, motor short, PCB/main PCBIndoor fan / Outdoor fan
E:65/E:94Trip terminal L / trip detection / inverter overcurrentE:65 / E:94
E:95Compressor motor control / compressor harness / inverter PCBCompressor flow
E:A1/E:A33-way valve, EEV/strainer, fan/heat exchanger, thermistor, refrigerant chargeDischarge/compressor temp flow
E:A5Low pressure, valve position, fan/heat exchanger, EEV/strainer, pressure sensor, refrigerantLow pressure flow

4. GREAT-style linked flowcharts

E:11 communication split flow - 3 phase ARTG/AOTG

E:11 serial communication error or no indoor / outdoor communication
Reverse transfer / outdoor signal path
Is AC70-130 V signal present at terminal 2-3?
YES
Signal is present. Check field cable, noise, earthing and indoor receiving side.
NO
If fan motor is abnormal, replace outdoor fan motor and main PCB. If fan motor is normal, main PCB becomes suspect.
Forward transfer / indoor signal path
Does E:11 remain after wiring, supply and noise checks?
NO
Record corrected wiring/supply/noise issue. No PCB approval required.
YES
For forward transfer fault, replace indoor controller PCB and power PCB only after terminal 2-3 signal, wiring and supply are confirmed.
Useful linked checks
Important split: On this 3 phase series, the manual has the communication voltage check at outdoor terminal 2-3 with AC70-130 V. Do not approve boards until supply, wiring, noise/earthing and fan motor loading checks are documented.

3 wire remote controller communication check flow

Wired remote communication error / no operation / remote signal check
Y1-Y3 is 12 VDC
no less than 11.4 VDC
Remote has controller power. Continue to Y2 signal checks.
Y1-Y3 is 0 VDC
Check controller PCB remote power connector. AR*G45/54LHTA = CN6 1-3. ARTG45/54LHTB and ARTG60LHTA = CN140 1-3. Other models = CN14 1-3.
Y1-Y3 below 11.4 VDC
Check cable length, poor joints, wrong polarity, damaged controller cable or loaded indoor PCB supply.
Remove Y2 from the remote, keep conductor safe, then test between remote terminal Y2 and Y3
Remote Y2-Y3 fluctuates 7-11 / 7-12 VDC pulse
Remote is producing signal. Continue to field cable signal check.
No pulse at remote Y2-Y3
Remote controller likely defective after confirming 12 VDC supply is correct.
Test between disconnected Y2 wire going to indoor unit and Y3 COM
Field Y2-Y3 fluctuates 7-11 / 7-12 VDC pulse
Indoor PCB is returning signal. Reconnect Y2. If communication still fails, inspect terminals, cable shielding/noise and controller condition.
No pulse on field Y2 wire
Check open cable / short to COM / incorrect terminal. If wiring is sound, suspect indoor controller PCB.
Record in ticket: Y1-Y3 supply voltage, remote Y2-Y3 pulse result, disconnected field Y2-to-Y3 pulse result, cable condition and relevant indoor PCB connector voltage.

E:65 trip terminal L error flow - Outdoor unit

Trip terminal L / IPM area protection
Confirm error history and whether the fault occurs on compressor start or after running
Check 3 phase supply and external causes: voltage drop, poor earth, noise or momentary power issue
Visually inspect compressor harness, inverter PCB connections and outdoor control unit connectors
Check compressor winding resistance U-V, V-W and U-W
Check outdoor fan motor loading and outdoor heat exchanger condition
Supply/noise issue found
Correct supply, earthing or external noise issue and retest before replacing parts.
Harness or connection fault
Repair harness/terminal. Do not fit inverter PCB until connection integrity is restored.
Compressor winding abnormal
Escalate as compressor fault after values are recorded.
All checks pass but E:65 remains
Inverter PCB/IPM area becomes suspect after documented checks.
Important: E:65 is not a current sensor test. Treat it as a trip terminal / inverter protection fault and prove supply, harness, compressor and outdoor fan loading before approving inverter PCB.

E:94 trip detection flow - Outdoor unit

Trip detection / inverter overcurrent protection
Check outdoor heat exchanger: no airflow obstruction, clogged coil or recirculation
Check outdoor fan operation and fan motor condition
Inspect compressor harness and terminals for burning, overheating, loose connection or poor contact
Check compressor winding resistance U-V, V-W and U-W
If checks are normal and fault repeats, inverter PCB becomes suspect
Airflow or fan fault
Correct airflow/coil/fan issue. If outdoor fan motor is abnormal, replace fan motor and main PCB where required.
Harness burnt or loose
Repair or replace affected harness / terminal before any PCB decision.
Compressor winding abnormal
Escalate as compressor fault after values are recorded.
All readings normal
Inverter PCB may be recommended only after readings and photos are recorded.
Important: For E:94, prove airflow, fan operation, compressor harness and compressor winding resistance first. Do not jump straight to inverter PCB replacement.

E:95 compressor motor control error flow - Outdoor unit

Compressor motor control error or compressor loss of synchronisation
Turn unit on and confirm whether abnormal compressor noise is present
Isolate supply and visually inspect compressor harness cable, compressor terminals and inverter PCB connections
Check compressor winding resistance U-V, V-W and U-W. Expected compressor resistance is 0.79 ohm at 20C
Check for locked compressor indicators: short run, abnormal noise, low pressure from closed valve, refrigerant leak or strainer restriction
If compressor checks normal and fault remains, inverter PCB becomes suspect
Abnormal compressor noise present
Record noise evidence and check compressor / harness before recommending compressor.
Harness burnt, loose, open or miswired
Repair or replace affected harness or terminal connection, then reset power and retest.
Compressor winding abnormal
Escalate as compressor fault after values are recorded.
All checks pass
Inverter PCB may be recommended after compressor and harness evidence is documented.
Important: For E:95, physically inspect compressor harness and terminals. Do not replace inverter PCB without recording harness condition and compressor winding resistance.

E:64 PFC circuit error flow - Outdoor unit

PFC circuit error / inverter power circuit protection
Confirm 3 phase supply is balanced and within expected range at outdoor terminals
Check for external causes: voltage drop, poor earth, harmonic noise or momentary power interruption
Inspect PFC/inverter connectors and wiring for loose connector, corrosion, open cable or burn mark
Check related fan/compressor loads before approving PCB
If the error remains after supply and connection checks, PFC/inverter board area is suspect
Supply issue found
Correct site supply or earthing issue before replacing boards.
Connector or wiring issue
Repair wiring/connector and retest.
Load issue found
Resolve fan/compressor loading issue first.
All checks normal
PFC/inverter board may be escalated with readings/photos attached.
Important: PFC faults are sensitive to supply quality. Record supply readings and connector condition before board approval.

E:A1 discharge temperature / E:A3 compressor temperature flow - Outdoor unit

Discharge or compressor temperature protection during compressor operation
Primary check: suspect refrigerant leak / insufficient refrigerant first
Check 3-way valve is fully open: gas side in cooling, liquid side in heating as applicable
Check EEV operation / coil resistance, capillary / strainer restriction and temperature difference across strainer
Check outdoor fan operation and heat exchanger for foreign matter / blocked fins / recirculation
Check discharge or compressor temperature thermistor value and DC 5 V PCB supply
Leak or insufficient refrigerant found
Repair leak, pressure test, evacuate and weigh in charge as required.
3-way valve closed / not fully open
Open valve fully and re-test operation.
EEV / capillary / strainer issue
Confirm coil resistance, seating, operation noise and temperature difference across restriction.
Thermistor abnormal
Replace thermistor or repair harness only after value is confirmed against temperature.
All checks pass but fault remains
Main PCB/inverter control becomes suspect after refrigerant, valves, EEV, airflow and thermistor are proven.
Important: Treat E:A1/E:A3 as a refrigerant and system-condition fault first. The common causes are refrigerant leak, restriction, valves not fully open, fan/heat exchanger problems or thermistor error.

E:A5 low pressure error flow - Outdoor unit

Low pressure protection
Check 3-way valve is fully open: gas side in cooling, liquid side in heating
Check outdoor ambient is within operating range and not too low
Check outdoor fan operation, obstruction, recirculation and heat exchanger condition
Check outdoor and indoor EEV operation and strainers for clogging
Check pressure sensor characteristics and refrigerant amount
Valve closed / restricted
Open valve fully, correct restriction and retest.
Ambient / airflow issue
Correct operating conditions, airflow, fan operation or blocked coil before replacing parts.
EEV / strainer issue
Check EEV coil, start-up noise, voltage and temperature difference across strainer.
Sensor issue
Confirm pressure sensor voltage/operation before PCB recommendation.
Refrigerant leak / undercharge
Repair leak, pressure test, evacuate and weigh in charge.
Important: Low pressure faults should be proven with valve position, airflow, EEV/strainer, sensor and refrigerant evidence before approving parts.

5. Step-by-step phone support SOPs

SOP 1 - Intake and safety gate

  1. Confirm caller name, company, site address, indoor model/serial and outdoor model/serial.
  2. Confirm exact complaint: error code, operating mode, when it occurs and whether it is repeatable.
  3. Confirm safety: no burning smell, water ingress, damaged wiring, repeated breaker trips or refrigerant odour.
  4. Confirm tools: multimeter with AC/DC volts, resistance and diode test.
  5. Decision point: if caller is not qualified or cannot identify terminals safely, stop at non-invasive checks and arrange authorised attendance.

SOP 2 - E:11 indoor/outdoor serial communication - 3 phase

  1. Reset power and confirm if E:11 returns.
  2. Check external causes such as poor earth, noise or equipment causing harmonic wave near power cable.
  3. Check interconnect and control unit connections for loose connector, open cable or mis-wiring.
  4. Check outdoor supply: expected AC198-264 V at outdoor terminal 1-2, L1-N, L2-N and L3-N.
  5. Serial signal: check outdoor terminal 2-3. Expected swing AC70-130 V.
  6. If reverse transfer signal is abnormal, check outdoor fan motor before outdoor PCB approval.
  7. If forward transfer fault remains after wiring and supply are proven, indoor controller PCB and power PCB become suspect.

SOP 3 - 3 wire remote signal test

  1. At the rear of the wall controller, confirm Y1 = 12 V/red, Y2 = signal/white, Y3 = COM/black.
  2. Measure Y1 to Y3: expected 12 VDC, no less than 11.4 VDC.
  3. Manual PCB supply reference: AR*G45/54LHTA = CN6 1-3; ARTG45/54LHTB and ARTG60LHTA = CN140 1-3; other models = CN14 1-3.
  4. Remove Y2 from the remote. Measure between remote terminal Y2 and Y3: expected fluctuating 7-11 / 7-12 VDC pulse.
  5. Measure between the disconnected Y2 wire going to the indoor unit and Y3: expected fluctuating 7-11 / 7-12 VDC pulse.
  6. If no 12 V supply, check indoor PCB remote power supply. If remote has supply but no Y2 pulse, suspect remote controller. If field Y2 has no return pulse, check cable and indoor controller PCB.

SOP 4 - Thermistor testing

  1. Isolate power. Check connector is not loose, removed, miswired or open.
  2. Disconnect thermistor and measure resistance out of circuit. Compare to actual bulb temperature.
  3. Indoor room thermistor rough values from the manual include: 0C 33.6 kΩ, 5C 25.9 kΩ, 10C 20.2 kΩ, 15C 15.8 kΩ, 20C 12.5 kΩ, 25C 10.0 kΩ, 30C 8.0 kΩ, 35C 6.5 kΩ.
  4. Outdoor discharge/compressor thermistor values include high resistance at low temperature and lower resistance as temperature rises. Record actual temperature and kΩ, then compare to table.
  5. With thermistor removed, check PCB supply at thermistor connector: expected DC5.0 V.
  6. Replace thermistor only when resistance is open/short/out of table. Replace PCB only when connector/wiring and thermistor are proven.

SOP 5 - Indoor fan motor testing

  1. Power off. Rotate fan by hand and check for obstruction, bearing lock, dropped fan or casing contact.
  2. For DC indoor fans, circuit-test between Vm and GND. If short-circuited below 300 kΩ, replace indoor fan motor and controller PCB.
  3. For AR*G45/54LHTA AC fan motor, check winding resistances: White-Red 7.73 Ω ±7%, Red-Black 7.08 Ω ±7%, Red-Violet 3.80 Ω ±7%, Violet-Blue 3.80 Ω ±7% at 20C.
  4. Record connector condition, motor rotation, resistance and PCB decision.

SOP 6 - Outdoor fan motor testing

  1. Power off. Rotate fan by hand and check obstruction, bearing lock, fan guard contact or damaged fan.
  2. Check outdoor fan motor using circuit-test between Vm and GND. If short-circuited below 300 kΩ, replace outdoor fan motor and main PCB.
  3. Outdoor fan motor pin functions: Red DC voltage Vm, Black GND, White Vcc, Yellow Vsp, Brown feedback FG.
  4. On E:11 reverse transfer faults, abnormal outdoor fan motor can load the signal path. Check fan motor before outdoor PCB approval.

SOP 7 - EEV and strainer testing

  1. Check EEV connector for loose connector or open cable.
  2. Remove connector and check EEV coil resistance: Yellow-Brown, Orange-Red, Blue-Brown, White-Red = 46 Ω ±4 Ω at 20C.
  3. Remove connector and check PCB drive voltage: expected DC12 V.
  4. Turn on power and listen/feel for EEV start-up operation noise.
  5. Check opening/closing effect by temperature difference. Closed valve creates inlet/outlet temperature difference; open valve has no temperature difference.
  6. Check strainer. A temperature difference across the strainer suggests internal clogging.

SOP 8 - Compressor testing

  1. Check compressor terminal connection and inverter PCB connection for loose or incorrect wiring.
  2. Check winding resistance between U-V, V-W and U-W. Manual value: 0.79 Ω at 20C.
  3. If resistance is 0 or infinite, replace compressor.
  4. If compressor does not start or stops soon, also check gas pipe valve open, refrigerant leak, strainer clogging and harness condition before compressor approval.
  5. If Check Point 1 and 2 do not improve the symptom and compressor is normal, inverter PCB becomes suspect.

SOP 9 - PFC / inverter checks

  1. Use this for E:63 inverter error, E:64 PFC circuit error, E:65 trip terminal L and repeated compressor protection faults.
  2. Confirm 3 phase supply is within range and balanced before board approval.
  3. Inspect inverter/PFC connections and harnesses for loose connectors, corrosion, open cable or burn marks.
  4. Check compressor winding and outdoor fan motor loading before recommending inverter/PFC board.
  5. Attach photos and readings to ticket before board approval.

SOP 10 - Pressure sensor / high pressure / low pressure

  1. Check pressure sensor connector and wiring condition.
  2. Compare live pressure to sensor values when available from outdoor display mode.
  3. For A5, check valve position, ambient, outdoor fan, EEV/strainer and refrigerant amount before sensor or PCB replacement.
  4. Record actual pressure, operating mode, pipe temperatures, sensor reading and refrigerant evidence.

SOP 11 - Drain / float switch

  1. Check float switch operation and any blockage by dust.
  2. Check connector and shorted / pinched wire.
  3. Check drain hose for clogging, traps or poor fall.
  4. If all checks are normal and drainage error remains, controller PCB becomes suspect.

SOP 12 - Address / capacity / primary-secondary setup

  1. Check DIP switch settings and address settings against installation manual and refrigerant circuit arrangement.
  2. Check total connected indoor unit capacity against outdoor capacity.
  3. Check number of connected indoor units and primary/secondary unit setup.
  4. Correct settings, reset power and retest before controller PCB or main PCB approval.

SOP 13 - 4-way valve

  1. Check connector is fitted, not miswired and no open cable.
  2. Check relevant thermistors are fitted in holders and not pinched or reading incorrectly.
  3. Check solenoid coil / valve operation where accessible.
  4. Check valve position by piping temperature difference. If valve position is not correct after coil and thermistors are proven, valve may be faulty.
  5. If checks pass and error remains, board control becomes suspect.

SOP 14 - Current sensor

  1. Reset power and confirm if current sensor error returns.
  2. Check external causes: voltage drop, momentary open circuit, noise and grounding.
  3. Check outdoor electrical component connectors, terminal tightness, miswiring and open cables.
  4. If checks do not improve symptom, board-level fault becomes suspect.

6. Ticket evidence checklist

Evidence requiredDetails to record
Model and serialIndoor and outdoor model/serial, controller type and exact error display.
Safety and site conditionWho is onsite, licence/competency confirmation, power isolation status, access limitations, water ingress/burning smell/short circuit risk.
Electrical readings3 phase supply readings, terminal 1-2 and L1-N/L2-N/L3-N voltage, communication signal, remote Y1/Y2/Y3 readings, fan motor Vm/GND result, PCB 5 V / 12 V checks.
Component readingsThermistor kΩ and measured temperature, EEV coil Ω, compressor winding Ω, insulation result if available, PFC/inverter observations.
Refrigeration evidenceValve positions, operating mode, ambient, fan operation, coil condition, pressures, leak test, strainer temperature difference, weighed charge details.
Approval decisionState what has been proven before recommending motor, thermistor, compressor, PFC/inverter board, main PCB, controller PCB or power PCB.